Monday, November 29, 2010

How to Finish Stairs

Stairs can be the center focal point of your home-- Whether it is the banister and railing, the spindles, or the stairs, their beauty can increased with just a few careful steps.  
  • Sand all wood surfaces to remove black marks and imperfections.
  • Clean surface with a tac rag or vacuum to remove sanding dust.
  • Apply a pre stain conditioner over all surfaces to be finished. 
  • Apply  stain  color to all wood surfaces.
  •  Apply one coat of varnish or lacquer over stained area
  • Lightly sand all surfaces and clean up sawdust with a tac rag
  • Apply a finish coat of lacquer or varnish  which can be brushed or sprayed.
Stay off the stairs until they are totally dry.